Layered Snickers Treat (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ First Layer (Bottom Chocolate)

01 - 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
02 - 1/4 cup butterscotch chips
03 - 1 cup milk chocolate chips

→ Second Layer (Nougat)

04 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
05 - 1/4 cup peanut butter
06 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter
07 - 1 1/2 cups marshmallow fluff
08 - 1/4 cup evaporated milk
09 - 1 cup granulated sugar
10 - 1 1/2 cups chopped peanuts, salted

→ Third Layer (Caramel)

11 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
12 - 14 oz caramel candies

→ Fourth Layer (Top Chocolate)

13 - 1/4 cup peanut butter
14 - 1 cup milk chocolate chips
15 - 1/4 cup butterscotch chips

# Instructions:

01 - Kick things off by melting some chocolate! Put milk chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and peanut butter into a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in short 30-second bursts and mix in between until it's silky and smooth. Be patient—chocolate burns easily if you rush! Pour this luscious mix into a 9×13 pan lined with greased foil for an easy cleanup later. Spread it all out evenly using a spatula to make a solid base layer. Stick the pan in the fridge to let it set while you prep your next layer.
02 - Time to tackle the nougat! In a medium-sized saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the sugar and evaporated milk until the sugar disappears. Bring it to a boil, maintain a steady stir, and keep it going for about 5 minutes. It'll bubble and thicken—don't walk away! Remove from heat and quickly mix in marshmallow fluff, peanut butter, and vanilla extract until it’s creamy. Then, fold in those peanuts for a nice crunch. Smooth this mixture carefully over the base chocolate layer and let everything firm up in the fridge again.
03 - When your nougat is nice and firm (30 minutes minimum), it’s caramel time! Combine the caramel candies and heavy cream in a saucepan over low heat. Stir without stopping so nothing sticks or scorches. Once it’s all melted and smooth, pour this gooey caramel over your hardened nougat. Work fast to spread it evenly because it will start to set right away. Back into the fridge it goes so it can continue firming up.
04 - Now bring it home with that final chocolate layer! Just like before, melt together the milk chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and peanut butter until it's glossy and drip-free. Gently pour it over the caramel layer. Tip the pan around if needed to spread the chocolate thinly and evenly. Lightly tap the pan on your counter to remove any sneaky bubbles. Then, pop the whole thing in the fridge to fully set—it’s worth the wait!
05 - After everything has hardened (let it chill for at least 2 hours or overnight), it’s slicing time! Lift the whole block out using the foil edges, place it on a cutting board, and let it rest for 10 minutes to make cutting easier. Use a warmed knife (dip it in hot water and dry it) for neat cuts into small squares. Rinse and repeat to keep each slice clean! These rich treats keep well in a sealed container in your fridge for up to 2 weeks—if they last that long!

# Notes:

01 - This fudge has all the best parts of a Snickers—layers of crunchy peanuts, nougat, caramel, and chocolate combined to create a seriously rich dessert.
02 - Let every layer set up fully in the fridge before adding the next so your layers don’t blend together.
03 - Dip your knife in hot water and wipe it dry for clean, sharp edges when slicing each square.
04 - Packed into tins, this fudge makes an awesome gift that’ll make anyone smile after just one bite.

Back